Description

Cerium Boride is an advanced inorganic compound known for its exceptional hardness, high melting point, and excellent chemical stability. This material is valued for its unique combination of electrical conductivity and refractory properties, making it a critical component in demanding high-temperature and wear-resistant applications. It is primarily utilized in industries such as aerospace, metallurgy, and advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Application

• Manufacturing of high-temperature crucibles, nozzles, and furnace linings in metallurgical processes.
• Key component in wear-resistant coatings and cutting tools for machining hard materials.
• Utilized as a grain refiner and additive in specialty steels and non-ferrous alloys to enhance mechanical properties.
• Electrode material in high-performance electrical discharge machining (EDM).
• Raw material for producing advanced structural ceramics and composites.
• Potential use in thermionic emission cathodes and other electronic applications due to its conductive nature.
• Research and development of novel refractory materials and protective coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium Boride
CAS No.	12008-02-5
Molecular Formula	CeB6 (primary phase)
Molecular Weight	204.98 g/mol (for CeB6)
Synonyms	Cerium Hexaboride; Cerium Boride (CeB6); Cerium(IV) Boride; CeB6; Cerium Boride Powder; Cerium Boride Sputtering Target; Cerium Hexaboride Powder; Cerium Boride Granules
EINECS	234-526-9

Quality Control

Our Cerium Boride is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including purity assay, particle size distribution (PSD), phase identification by X-ray diffraction (XRD), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen for long-term storage to prevent surface oxidation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to CeB6 phase
Purity (CeB6)	≥ 99.0%
Total Boron (B)	31.0 - 32.5 %
Total Cerium (Ce)	67.5 - 69.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (other sizes available)
Oxygen Content	≤ 1.0 %
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.